Foster Valley (Efa) - Rangat, North And Middle Andaman
Foster Valley (Efa) is a village situated in the Rangat taluka of North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 48 km from Rangat and around 118 km from Mayabunder. Rangat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Foster Valley (Efa) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Foster Valley (Efa) is 645411. The village falls under the 744209 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Foster Valley (Efa) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Foster Valley (Efa)
According to the 2011 Census, Foster Valley (Efa) village had a total population of 70 people, including 45 males and 25 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 556 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.65%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 60.87%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70 | 45 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 36 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 9 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Foster Valley (Efa)
Foster Valley (Efa) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Foster Valley (Efa)
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Foster Valley (Efa) is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mayabunder to Foster Valley (Efa) is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Foster Valley (Efa)
Where is Foster Valley (Efa) located?
Foster Valley (Efa) village is located in Rangat Taluka, North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Foster Valley (Efa)?
The Gram Panchayat of Foster Valley (Efa) is Rangat.
What is the pincode of Foster Valley (Efa)?
The pincode of Foster Valley (Efa) is 744209.
What is the population of Foster Valley (Efa)?
Foster Valley (Efa) had a total population of 70, including 45 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Foster Valley (Efa)?
Foster Valley (Efa) had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Foster Valley (Efa)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Foster Valley (Efa) was 80.65%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 60.87%.